Forest birding habitat

Nockamixon State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Nockamixon State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 275 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Common Merganser, and Mourning Dove among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Trexler Memorial Park1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

5/31/2026Green Lane Park--Knight Rd. Trails [unrelated to Knight Lake]2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/31/2026115 Sunset Dr, New Hope2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/31/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/2026Union Road Kingwood Twp.1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/31/2026337–373 CR-579, Ringoes US-NJ1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

5/31/2026Alpha, Oberly Road1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/30/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/30/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

5/30/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary2 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/30/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Purple Martin

305/31/2026

Canada Goose

145/31/2026

Mallard

65/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

305/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

45/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Fish Crow

95/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

65/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

5/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

European Starling

85/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Nockamixon State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Nockamixon State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Nockamixon State Park?
Notable species at Nockamixon State Park include Mallard, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Nockamixon State Park?
Birding at Nockamixon State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Nockamixon State Park?
Nockamixon State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.